An injury to their starting striker forced an early sub — who made World Cup history six minutes later.
Jhon Córdoba went down injured in the eighth minute. His replacement needed just six minutes to make World Cup history.
THE PEAK · 14'
replaced the injured and immediately delivered a pinpoint cross for to smash home the opener.
ACT I · 56'
Colombia kept the pressure high, but had a second goal ruled out by VAR to keep 's side alive.
The moment Senaya came off, the team did not have the same discipline and organisation.
· Ghana · Manager · SABC Sport
The full presser
After creating several chances and not converting, I liked how we defended. I value the fact that we did not suffer much, apart from the opponent's clear chances.
Néstor Lorenzo · Colombia · Manager · CNA
We have what it takes to dream, to believe, in reaching the final. The first step is dreaming and believing it is possible.
· Colombia · Forward · The Guardian
WHERE THIS GOES
Colombia marches on to face Switzerland, securing their fourth-ever Round of 16 appearance.